Key Benefits

The VF-AS3 is a robust, compact variable speed drive designed to deliver powerful performance in a wide range of highly demanding applications. It is packed with several process-oriented control parameters to give a high level of accuracy in various industrial processes.
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Advantages

  • High performance, high torque drive with Toshiba’s renowned motor control technology
  • Wide range: 0.4 kW to 315 kW in 380 - 480 V AC class
  • IoT / Industry 4.0 ready for seamless high-speed, real-time, connectivity
  • Instant access to dedicated support from a tablet or smartphone with context-aware QR codes
  • Built-in industrial ethernet and web-server functions for applications in modern industry
  • Ease of installation and set-up

Standard Features

  • Robust constant torque motor control with ample stability margin
  • Simple auto-tune for high dynamic torque capability
  • Sensorless vector control achieves 200% torque from 0.3 Hz
  • 150% overload for 60 seconds or 165% for 2 seconds
  • Available in two forms: IP00 / IP20 / IP3X / IP4X up to 280 / 315 kW and IP54 up to 75 kW / 90 kW.
  • Control algorithms for permanent magnet motors and induction motors
  • Wide speed range - up to 590 Hz
  • Built-in multi-mode position control

Advanced Features

  • Dual port ethernet interface for introducing smart nodes on industrial network
  • Field sensors interface and network monitoring
  • Integrated RTC/calendar and event stamp functions for big data and cloud storage
  • Accessibility and monitoring over tablet / smartphones / PC as well as machine operating conditions via the built-in web server
  • Application-specific functions e.g. sequential logic, timers, comparators as well as load sharing
  • Manual-free service support through drive-generated QR codes which provides immediate access to dedicated web links.
  • Video guidance and web support are available for installation, set-up, and maintenance
  • High-reliability safety function STO (Safe Turn Off)
  • Meets IEC 60721-3-3 dust 3S3 and chemical 3C3 in sizes up to frame A6
  • Communication protocols : Ethernet IP, Modbus TCP, Modbus RTU and Toshiba.
  • Optional: PROFINET, DEVICENET, PROFIBUS_DP, ETHER_CAT, CANOPEN

Applications

  • Accurate and reliable speed control of motors in Oil & Gas, Water, Chemical & Petrochemical, Mining and other general industry for:
  • Pumps
  • Fans & Blowers
  • Conveyors
  • Compressors
  • Mills

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